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Sample Proclamation for 2005 National Breast Cancer Awareness Month WHEREAS, October 2005 is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month; and WHEREAS, October 21 , 2005 is National Mammography Day; and WHEREAS, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, except for nonmelanoma skin cancers; WHEREAS, breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, exceeded only by lung cancer ; WHEREAS, the chance of developing invasive breast cancer at some time in a woman’s life is about 1 in 7; WHEREAS, almost 211,240 new cases of female invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in 2005 and about 40,410 will die from the disease; and WHEREAS, an estimated 1,690 cases of male breast cancer will be diagnosed in 2005 and about 460 men will die of the disease; and WHEREAS, death rates from breast cancer have been declining, ...

UMC Health System 602 Indiana Avenue Lubbock, Texas 79415 www.teamumc.com PRESS RELEASE Contact: Greg Bruce Phone : 806.775.8652 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (October 4, 2004) October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, regardless of race or ethnicity, and American women have a one in ten chance of developing breast cancer in their lifetime. Although breast cancer still ranks as the second leading cause of cancer death in women, breast cancer can also be one of the most curable forms of cancer if detected early. UMC’s Southwest Cancer Treatment and Research Center is committed to the early detection and treatment of cancer . That’s why a number of special events are planned during the month of October to promote ...

Canadian Breast Cancer Initiative Breast Cancer Information Exchange Pilot Projects Summer 1995 On December 15, 1992, the federal government announced a contribution of $2.7M over 5 years to five existing cancer centres or other health care institutions across Canada for the development of Breast Cancer Information Exchange Pilot Projects. The Disease Prevention Division, Systems for Health Directorate at Health Canada is coordinating these projects to facilitate networking across the country and prevent duplication of efforts. The initiative also has an important evaluation component. The following is a brief overview of the activities of the five sites selected. 1 Health Canada Santé Canada Objectives The prime objective of the Breast Cancer Information Exchange Pilot Projects is to assist persons living with breast cancer and their ...

Canadian Breast Cancer Initiative Based on The Canadian Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Care and Treatment of Breast Cancer As published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal Questions and answers on breast cancer A guide for women and their physicians 2nd edition Breast cover ENG.qxd 2001/09/10 11:50 AM Page 1 Page 2 Breast cover ENG.qxd 2001/09/10 11:50 AM Page 2 Page 3 Based on The Canadian Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Care and Treatment of Breast Cancer Questions and answers on breast cancer A guide for women and their physicians 2nd edition The Steering Committee on Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Care and Treatment of Breast Cancer Breast ENG.qxd 2001/09/14 11:54 AM Page i ...

Every woman is at risk for breast cancer , but your risk climbs with age. Eighty percent of all breast cancer occurs in women over 50 years of age. Fortunately, mammograms are highly effective for this age group. That’s why provincial screening programs recommend a mammogram every two years for women 50 and older. Provincial screening programs are for women with no symptoms of breast cancer . They are designed to detect the disease at the earliest possible stage and, therefore, greatly increase the chances of survival. Provincial screening programs have established screening services that specialize in providing breast screening in a quality, caring environment. If you are 50 or older and aren’t currently involved in a screening program, do yourself a favour. Start now. Call your nearest screening program today, and talk to your family physician. For more information call the Cancer Information ...

Canadian Breast Cancer Initiative National Committee for the Canadian Breast Cancer Screening Initiative Summer 1995 History The National Workshop on the Early Detection of Breast Cancer held in Ottawa in 1988 recommended that “ Canadian women aged 50-69 be offered and encouraged to participate in an early detection program consisting of mammography, physical examination of the breast by a health professional and the teaching and monitoring of breast self-examination every two years. This should be done through dedicated screening centres .” At that time, the federal/provincial/territorial Conference of Deputy Ministers of Health agreed to “ encourage ongoing dialogue among provinces, the federal government, the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS), and the National Cancer Institute of Canada (NCIC) to facilitate the introduction and operation of breast cancer screening ...

Available online: http://www.nccc.org/ResearchandTraining/studies/pdf/bcr_marin2001_0904.pdf 1 Update on breast cancer incidence patterns in Marin County and the San Francisco Bay Area, California Christina Clarke, Ph.D Theresa Keegan, Ph.D Gem Le, MHS Sally Glaser, Ph.D Dee West, Ph.D Northern California Cancer Center, Union City, California SUMMARY Previous reports have suggested elevated rates of breast cancer in Marin County, spurring community and scientific interest. This report provides updated data regarding breast cancer patterns among white, non-Hispanic women in Marin County, other parts of the San Francisco Bay Area (SFBA) and California, using the most recent information available from the California Cancer Registry, the California Office of Vital Statistics, and the California Department of Finance (DOF). This information updates prior reports ...

Breast Cancer Metastasis in Women © copyright 2004 U-M Comprehensive Cancer Center The University of Michigan Health System web site does not provide specific medical advice and does not endorse any medical or professional service obtained through information provided on this site or any links to this site. Use of the UMHS web site does not replace medical consultation with a qualified health or medical professional to meet the health and medical needs of you or others. While the content of the UMHS web site is frequently updated, medical information changes rapidly and therefore, some information may be out of date, and/or contain inaccuracies or typographical errors. Breast Cancer is a cancerous tumor that develops in the breast . This is the most common type of cancer in American women. As cancers grow, they can shed cells that spread (or metastasize) to other parts of the body ...

146 Comment 63 National Breast Cancer Coalition / Fran Visco -----Original Message----- From: Alana Wexler [SMTP:AWexler@natlbcc.org] Sent: Wednesday, March 22, 2000 4:00 PM To: 'mark.nagumo@uspto.gov' Subject: Comments on the Revised Utility Examination and Written Description Guidelines March 22, 2000 Mark Nagumo Commissioner of Patents and Trademarks U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Box 8 Washington, D.C. 20231 Dear Commissioner Nagumo I am writing to you on behalf of the National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC), and the 2.6 million women living with breast cancer . NBCC, a grassroots advocacy organization made up of over 500 organizations and tens of thousands of individuals, has been working since l99l to eradicate breast cancer through increased funding and new strategies for breast cancer research, access to quality ...

Principal Investigator: Dee West, Ph.D. Co-Principal Investigators: Esther M. John, Ph.D. Alice Whittemore, Ph.D. Stanford University SUMMER 2003 The Northern California Family Registry for Breast Cancer Studies RESEARCH & CANCER CARE RESOURCES Northern California Cancer Center: www.nccc.org Living Beyond Breast Cancer : www.lbbc.org National Breast Cancer Coalition: www.natlbcc.org National Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations: www.nabco.org Susan G.Komen Breast Cancer Foundation: www.komen.org For support: www.cancerhopenetwork.org www.thewellnesscommunity.org Newsletter Editor: K. Hannah The Family Registry For Breast Cancer ’s Toll Free Number: 1-888-447-2643 Focus on Participants Leonor and her hus band ...

Joseph F. Sullivan Center “Health Services with a Difference” Clemson University http://www.clemson.edu/wellness “Our mission at the Joseph F. Sullivan Center is to provide practice opportunities for students and faculty while providing quality health care services to target populations. ” “We strive to develop partnerships and outreach activities with business and health care organizations.” “We provide enriched learning experiences through the development of novel, innovative clinical sites and field experiences.” 2. Convenient evening hours in addition to regular clinic hours Reducing Racial Disparities in Breast Cancer Through a Multi-pronged Approach to Outreach, Education, and Screening Strategies: 1. Mobile screening events the Upstate South Carolina Affiliate ...

Saint Louis University Cancer Center BREAST CANCER What you should know about breast cancer . Saint Louis University Cancer Center 3655 Vista Avenue St. Louis, Missouri 63110 1-800-268-5880 or (314) 268-5880 www.sluhospital.com or www.slucare.edu SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY CANCER CENTER Our standing as an academic medical center puts the Saint Louis University Cancer Center at the forefront in developing and providing the latest medical treatment and procedures for breast cancer patients. Our cancer services are accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer . Radiologists, oncologists and surgeons who are part of the Saint Louis University Cancer Center offer all the recommended tests and treatment for breast cancer . In addition, we provide personalized information ...

The FemalePatient W hen breast cancer is found early, the 5-year survival rate is 96%. A mammography (or an X-ray of the breasts), clinical exami- nation, and breast self-examination (BSE) offer women the best defense against the disease and help to ensure good breast health. Even when a lump is detected, eight out of 10 breast lumps turn out to be benign, or noncancerous. There are over 2 million breast cancer survivors alive in America today. Who Is at Risk? While the exact cause of breast cancer is unknown, there are some factors that may increase the occurrence of the disease. As a woman grows older, her risk increases. If a woman has breast cancer in her family history, or if she herself has had breast cancer before, then she is also more susceptible. Early menstruation (before age 12 years) ...

July/August 2004, Vol. 11, No. 4 Cancer Control 215 In the United States,1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. This is a frightening statistic, but insights into the prevention and treatment of breast cancer have greatly expanded the armamentarium that we can bring to bear on this disease. For example, research has provided us with the ability to identify individuals who carry a genetic predisposition for breast cancer . Anti- hormonal agents beyond tamoxifen now play a major role in the treatment and maybe soon in the prevention of hor- mone-responsive breast cancer . Some of these advances are reviewed in the series of articles included in this issue of Cancer Control . In the first paper, Michael Baum, ChM, FRCS, discuss- es the three trials evaluating the benefits and potential risks of aromatase inhibitors for early-stage hormone- responsive ...

July/August 2004, Vol. 11, No. 4 222 Cancer Control Introduction Multiple randomized clinical trials have shown a decreased mortality associated with screening mammography. 1-15 The BCDDP and other nonrandomized studies of mammographic screening have demonstrated detection of decreased tumor size,as well as a decreased incidence of nodal metastasis in a well-screened study population. 16-19 However,the applica- bility of these results to a general population has been ques- tioned because volunteers for the BCDDP study may have been more motivated to receive appropriate tests and treat- ment.The long-term results of high mammography rates in a service population showing significant reductions in mor- tality have only recently become available. 20-23 Decreased Breast Cancer Tumor Size, Stage, and Mortality in Rhode Island: ...

Cornell University Program on Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors in New York State (BCERF) FACT SHEET #43 September 2001 Institute for Comparative and Environmental Toxicology Cornell Center for the Environment Breast Cancer in Men Breast cancer is a rare disease among men. Many of the risk factors for male breast cancer are the same or similar to the risk factors for breast cancer in women. The survival of men with breast cancer is lower than survival in women but this results from death due to other health problems rather than breast cancer itself. How common is breast cancer in men? Breast cancer is a very uncommon disease in men. For the year 2001, it is estimated that 1,500 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer . This is a small number relative to the 192,200 women projected to be diagnosed with ...

Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors FACT SHEET #15 Q & A’s from the Cornell University Program on Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors in New York State March 1998 Pesticides and Breast Cancer Risk, An Evaluation of Lindane What is lindane? Lindane (gamma-hexachlorocyclohexane) is a synthetic chemical used to kill insects (insecticide). It kills insects on contact since it can be directly absorbed into the insects and their eggs. Lindane can also kill insects by acting as a stomach poison when eaten. What is the history of lindane’s use? Lindane was first produced for commercial use in the United States (U.S.) in 1950. It was used in agriculture as a spray for foliage, to treat soil and seed grains, and in baits for rodent pests. Lindane can kill a broad range of insects including worms that eat leaves, ...

Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors FACT SHEET #8 Q & A’s from the Cornell University Program on Breast Cancer March 1998 Childhood Life Events and the Risk of Breast Cancer Researchers are asking whether women and young girls may be able to reduce breast cancer risk by early adoption of healthful behaviors, such as eating plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and beans, and getting regular exercise. Also, minimizing young girls’ exposure to cancer -causing agents may be important in reducing their risk of breast cancer . Why are researchers investigating breast cancer risk factors during childhood and adolescence? Breast cancer is a disease that may develop and progress over the course of a woman’s entire life. During puberty, breast cells are rapidly dividing. Since cells undergoing rapid division are more ...

FACT SHEET #28 May 1999 Institute for Comparative and Environmental Toxicology Cornell Center for the Environment Pesticides and Breast Cancer Risk, An Evaluation of Diazinon This fact sheet reviews the information currently available on whether or not diazinon affects the risk of breast cancer . Studies done so far do not indicate an increased breast cancer risk from diazinon exposure. However, diazinon is known to be toxic to the nervous system and unnecessary exposure to this insecticide should be avoided. We have included information on how diazinon is used, different ways by which people can come in contact with it, and how you can minimize your exposure to this chemical. What is diazinon and why was it chosen to be evaluated? Diazinon is a synthetic chemical used to kill insects (insecticide). It was selected to be evaluated because of its high ...

Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors FACT SHEET #13 Q & A’s from the Cornell University Program on Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors in New York State March 1998 Alcohol and the Risk of Breast Cancer The relationship between alcohol consumption and the risk of breast cancer is currently the focus of much research. Since alcohol consumption is a modifiable behavior, information regarding its association with breast cancer may offer women a practical way to decrease their risk of developing this disease. Does the consumption of alcohol increase the risk of breast cancer ? The results of most studies indicate that there is a weak association between drinking alcoholic beverages and the incidence of breast cancer at low levels of consumption, and that the risk of breast cancer increases as the amount ...

Cornell University Program on Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors in New York State (BCERF) FACT SHEET #42 August 2001 Institute for Comparative and Environmental Toxicology Cornell Center for the Environment AWoman’s Body Type and the Risk of Breast Cancer A woman’s body type can have an effect on her breast cancer risk. Being tall is associated with a small increase in breast cancer risk. Body weight, especially changes in body weight after early adulthood, are important risk factors for postmenopausal breast cancer . Most studies have suggested that breast size has no effect on breast cancer risk. What aspects of a woman’s body type might affect breast cancer risk? Many studies have examined the association of different body types and breast cancer risk. Body type characteristics that have been examined ...

Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors FACT SHEET #9 Q & A’s from the Cornell University Program on Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors in New York State March 1998 Estrogen and Breast Cancer Risk: What Is The Relationship? Estrogen is a hormone that is essential for the normal growth and development of the breast and tissues important for reproduction. It is important for childbearing and helps regulate a woman’s menstrual cycles. It also helps maintain healthy bones and the heart. However, lifetime exposure to estrogen is also associated with increasing a woman’s risk for breast cancer . Understanding how estrogen works in the body may help women to make more informed decisions about their bodies and their health. What is estrogen? Estrogen is a hormone that is a chemical messenger in the body. It is important ...

FACT SHEET #29 Institute for Comparative and Environmental Toxicology Cornell Center for the Environment May 1999 Breast -feeding and the Risk of Breast Cancer Breast -feeding may offer some modest protection against the development of breast cancer , particularly in young women. Considering the other health benefits of breast -feeding for both mothers and their babies, this information should encourage new mothers to try to arrange their schedules to accommodate breast -feeding . Does breast -feeding influence the risk of breast cancer ? Breast -feeding may modestly reduce the risk of developing breast cancer . Out of 31 studies, more than half reported that women who breast -fed had a decreased risk of developing breast cancer (ranging from 10%-64%) compared to women who never breast -fed. The rest of the studies reported that breast ...

FACT SHEET #19 Institute for Comparative and Environmental Toxicology Cornell Center for the Environment January 1999 Exercise and the Risk of Breast Cancer What evidence is there that exercise decreases a woman’s risk of developing breast cancer ? There is encouraging evidence from both human and animal studies that exercise may reduce the risk of breast cancer . Among eleven human studies that took into account many of the established risk factors for breast cancer , eight reported a decrease in the risk of breast cancer in pre-menopausal, postmenopausal or all women with high levels of physical activity compared to women with low levels of activity. In the three studies in which exercise was not found to influence breast cancer risk, most of the women were younger and pre- menopausal. These results suggest that exercise may have a different ...

Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors FACT SHEET #17 Q & A’s from the Cornell University Program on Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors in New York State March 1998 Pesticides and Breast Cancer Risk, An Evaluation of Cyanazine What is cyanazine? Cyanazine, 2-[[4-chloro-6(ethylamino)-1,3,5-triazin-2- yl]amino]-2-methylpropionitrile, is a synthetic chemical that is widely used as an herbicide to control broad-leaf weeds and grasses in agricultural crops. This chemical is in the s -triazine family of herbicides. Some common trade names for cyanazine include Bladex and Fortrol. Cyanazine is also available commercially premixed with another s - triazine, atrazine. What is the history of cyanazine’s use? Cyanazine was first registered for use as an herbicide by Shell Chemical Company in 1971. In the U.S., ...

Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors FACT SHEET #10 Q & A’s from the Cornell University Program on Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors in New York State Updated July 2002 Estrogen and Breast Cancer Risk: What Factors Might Affect a Woman’s Exposure to Estrogen? Estrogen is a hormone that is necessary for the normal development and growth of the breasts and organs important for childbearing. It helps control a woman’s menstrual cycles and is essential for reproduction. Estrogen also helps maintain the heart and healthy bones. However, a woman’s risk for breast cancer is associated with lifetime exposure to estrogen. Understanding how estrogen works in the body, knowing about how chemicals in the environment can affect body estrogen levels, and how diet and lifestyle factors affect estrogen exposure over a lifetime, may help women make ...

Cornell University Program on Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors in New York State (BCERF) FACT SHEET #33 Institute for Comparative and Environmental Toxicology Cornell Center for the Environment April 2000 Dairy Foods and the Risk of Breast Cancer The results of studies examining the relationship between eating dairy foods and breast cancer risk are inconsistent. Some studies showed a higher risk of breast cancer associated with eating dairy foods, others showed a lower risk and some showed no association at all. At this time, no absolute suggestions can be made to help women to decrease their risk of breast cancer by their choice of dairy foods. Does eating dairy foods change a woman’s risk of breast cancer ? Currently it is unclear if eating dairy foods affects a woman’s risk of breast cancer . Many studies have ...

Cornell University Program on Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors in New York State (BCERF) FACT SHEET #38 June 2000 Institute for Comparative and Environmental Toxicology Cornell Center for the Environment Pesticides and Breast Cancer Risk, An Evaluation of Mancozeb This fact sheet reviews the information currently available on whether or not mancozeb affects breast cancer risk. Studies done so far do not indicate an increased breast cancer risk from mancozeb exposure. We have included in this fact sheet information about how mancozeb is used, where it may be found, and how exposure to this chemical can be reduced. What is mancozeb and why was it chosen to be evaluated? Mancozeb is a synthetic pesticide. It has been in use since 1967 as a fungicide to prevent growth of fungi (molds) and to protect plants and crops against ...

Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors FACT SHEET #11 Q & A’s from the Cornell University Program on Breast Cancer and Environmental Risk Factors in New York State March 1998 Pesticides and Breast Cancer Risk, An Evaluation of Chlordane What is chlordane? Chlordane is a man-made mixture of chemicals that was widely used as an insecticide in the United States (U.S.). Although no longer used, chlordane is very persistent and can still be found in some soils. Chlordane contains heptachlor, another persistent insecticide (see fact sheet Pesticides and Breast Cancer Risk, An Evaluation of Heptachlor ). The most common trade names for chlordane sold in the U.S. were Octachlor and Velsicol 1068. What is the history of chlordane’s use? Chlordane was used extensively as an insecticide in the U.S., from its introduction ...